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Sillamäe social club B1+ (Sillamäe)

The Sillamäe social club of the Estonian Language House in Narva is a perfect place to practice the Estonian language. We also talk about the events of Ida-Viru County and discuss what is happening close to home.

The social club welcomes language learners who want to overcome the communication barrier and discuss topics that are currently relevant in society: for example, switching to Estonian-language education, caring for loved ones in need, and the green transition.

Language level: B1, B2
Time: 5.04 from 4.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.
Location: Sillamäe Viru Library (Viru puiestee 26, Sillamäe)
No of participants: 30

Organiser: Sirle Sommer-Kalda (a journalist at Põhjarannik)

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12784?lang=en

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Small talk fair B1+ (Pärnu)

The "Small talk fair" is a playful chat group for Estonian language enthusiasts, where we will get to know each other, exchange experiences, look for answers, and play team games.

At our first meeting, we will introduce upcoming events.

Participants can develop their skills of listening (all stories are in Estonian), speaking (free-form conversation), and reading (new words, simple questions) in Estonian. The meetings have a friendly and supportive atmosphere, a fun vibe, and coffee. Also suitable for more courageous language learners at the A2 level.

Language level: B1+
Time: 01.04 kell 12.00-14.00
Location: Pärnu keskraamatukogu rippsaal (Akadeemia 3, Pärnu)
No of participants: 20

Organised by: Silja Joon (silja.joon@gmail.com)

Registration: (18.03 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12788?lang=en

Language Training through physical activities A1+ (Paldiski)

Practical language training through physical activity – we are going to be active, communicate, and learn!

Language training takes place twice a month starting from September. All activities are relaxed, fun, and interesting. We are going to get to know one another, make friends, and learn Estonian together. You will not even notice learning the language as we spend time together.

Yoga classes, dance lessons, hikes, parlour games – all activities are accompanied by learning Estonian through communication and expressing yourself. We are going to meet new friends and learn Estonian!

All who are interested are welcome to join the workouts of our team, regardless of age or physical form. If you are interested, then this is an easy way to polish your Estonian skills.

Language level: A1, A2
Time: 02.04 from 10.00-11.30
Location: Rae 38 (second floor), Paldiski
No of participants: 20

Organised by: Inna Baranova, and Anu Grete Oder

Registration: (27.02 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12579?lang=en

Social Club for Ukrainian War Refugees A1+ (Paldiski)

In the Estonian Social Club, we will better understand and use common phrases.

We will address important topics such as information about yourself and your family, shopping, doctor visits, work etc. While playing, we will discuss interesting topics, share recommendations about language learning and dare to make mistakes!

Language level: A1-A2
Time: 01.04 from 13.00-14.30
Location: Pakri Plaza (Rae 38, 5th floor, Paldiski)
No of participants: 12

Instructor: Signe Nõmm

Registration: (26.03 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12507?lang=en

New Estonian cinema A2+ (Narva)

‘New Estonian cinema’ is a monthly series of film evenings focused on recent Estonian cinema.

The series focuses mainly on the best Estonian comedy and drama films, but also features award-winning documentaries and artistic short films (BFM).

FILM: Tree of eternal love

After getting his heart broken, Kiik decides to drive to the other side of Estonia with his film-maker best friend. The journey helps the young guys to understand themselves better but ALSO gets them involved in criminal activities. In addition to young talented actors, the film features several well-known ones too. A summer adventure unfolds in a light humor key and through captivating images and colour combinations.

A free-form discussion will follow the movie-watching.

Time: 29.03 at 6PM
Place: Narva Estonian Language House (Linda 2, Narva)
Language level: A2+ (A1 if subtitles in Russian are provided)
Length of the movie: 1 hour 20 minutes
Director: Meel Paliale

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12739?lang=en

Mokalaat B2+ (Veeb)

Mokalaat is a series of language meetings with no teachers or students – instead, everyone is both a learner and a teacher! The purpose of the Mokalaat meetings is to develop skills for public speaking and presentation.

It is done in a friendly atmosphere and it involve topics that interest everyone. Participants take turns in preparing a report on which they will make a presentation: it may be related to a job, hobby, an exciting place, or something dear to you. The crowd are active listeners, asking questions and participating in the discussion that follows the presentation.

Language level: B2-C1
Time: 10.04 at 18.00-19.30
Location: Zoom
No of participants: 25

Teacher: Pille Maffucci

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12777?lang=en

Friday in Library A1+ (Paldiski)

Friday in Library is a social club which brings together people from different cultural backgrounds who want to practice Estonian in a pleasant and welcoming setting.

The club is a place to get acquainted with one another, have conversations with the help of various forms of communication, play fun team games, and exchange information.

The Friday in Library events are meant for those who are still learning Estonian and who want to practice it in a playful manner. The events take place from September until December.

Language level: A1+
Time: 31.03 from 16.00-17.30
Location: Lääne-Harju Library, conference room on the ground floor (Rae 38, Paldiski)
No of participants: 12

Organised by: Urve Luht

Registration: (25.03 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12475?lang=en

The Joys of Communication B1+ (Rummu)

The Social Club is a series of activities contributing to the Estonian language learning of adults whose mother tongue is other than Estonian, and it takes place from January to December of 2023.

It is meant for those who want to practice Estonian in a playful manner.

The Social Club, which meets in the hall of Lääne-Harju Library, brings together people from various cultural backgrounds who would like to practice Estonian in a pleasant and friendly setting. The club is a place to get acquainted with one another, have conversations with the help of various forms of communication, play fun team games, and exchange information.

Language level: B1
Time: 30.03 at 13.00-14.30
Location: Aia 9a, Rummu
No of participants: 12

Organised by: Urve Luht

Registration: (23.03 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12560?lang=en

Mängula B1-B2 (Zoom)

Mängula is an online Estonian language game event for all the foreigners who want to learn Estonian in a playful manner.

We gather once a month to play games that are designed for the Estonian language learners. In Mängula, the participants can practice Estonian in a fun way and meet the other Estonian language students around to world.

The organizer Riina Roasto is an Estonian language teacher, translator and a PhD student in Finno-Ugristics at the University of Vienna. Throughout the years of teaching Estonian in various universities and language schools in Estonia, Ukraine, Germany and France, she has discovered the advantage of using language games in the classroom. While introducing Estonian to foreigners, Riina has designed a great number of language games to ease the learning process and help the students to progress, while having fun. Currently, she is lecturing in Estonian Language and Culture at the INALCO University in Paris.

Min. language level required: average level group B1-B2
Time: 29.03 at 18.00-19.00
Place: Zoom
No of participants: 12

Contact person: Riina Roasto (Paris) / riina.roasto@gmail.com

Registration: (23.03 at 9.00) https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/12266?lang=en